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Showtime’s ‘Billions’ films in the Adirondacks, at Paul Smith’s College, report says

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Union president against Clinton County’s hiring process

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Brandi Lloyd Announces Run for Clinton County Clerk

News Release (Mooers, NY) – With a call for bold new leadership, Brandi Lloyd has announced that she is running for Clinton County Clerk. “I am incredibly grateful for the opportunity to run for this position, to serve the residents, taxpayers, and businesses of Clinton County as their Clerk.” Lloyd stated, “Our County needs a […]

CCC to offer CAP Pathways Scholarships

Supports goal to help make higher education accessible for rural local students Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Hilary Stec appointed to represent Qby. on Warren Co. Board of Supervisors

State Senator Dan Stec’s wife enters politics  Click here for the Sun Comunity News story 

New candidate vying for County Clerk seat

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Clinton County job opening for a senior computer programmer

Editorial: North Country cell service is an ‘insult’

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CCC, SUNY Plattsburgh sign new integrated nursing program

Integrated program comes with big applause from educators and students alike Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Plattsburgh International Airport Parking Update

  Please be advised that the daily rate for the Plattsburgh International Airport parking lot has increased from $8 TO $10 PER DAY. The free parking time will also decrease from 3 hours to 1 hour.⁠

How to keep takeout food safe

Clinton County officials slam Hochul Medicaid plan

“For instance, the county’s current budget, which was passed in December, would have an instant $1.7 million hole in it.” Click here for the Press-Republican story 

CLINTON COMMUNITY COLLEGE’S FACULTY ASSOCIATION ANNOUNCE A “VOTE OF NO CONFIDENCE” IN THE INSTITUTION’S BOARD OF TRUSTEES AND MOVE TO “WORK TO RULE” STATUS. 

Faculty Association News Release 2/10/23 Clinton Community College’s teaching and non-teaching faculty have been without a salary increase for six years, and attempts to negotiate have been unsuccessful since 2017.  In October 2022, the College Board was informed that the Faculty Association (FA) sought mediation, resolution, and progress toward a fair and equitable contract.  Currently, […]

VT. sheriff gave himself and staff bonuses totaling $400,000 before stepping down

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Civil Service Exam date announced

The following open-competitive exams were announced and are open for applications. These exams will be held on Saturday, April 15th, 2023. The results from these exams will be used to fill current and future vacancies at Clinton County, the City of Plattsburgh, Clinton County towns/villages, Clinton County school districts, and other special districts within Clinton […]

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County social services in NY botch many child death investigations, system failing kids, audit says

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 Clinton County Health Department Releases 2019-2021 Community Health Assessment 

The two top priority health issues that were identified through the assessment were: Prevent Chronic Diseases and Promote Well-Being and Prevent Mental and Substance Use Disorders Clinton County, January 23, 2023. The Clinton County Health Department (CCHD), along with UVM Health Network-CVPH, its partner in community health assessment and planning, is pleased to announce the […]

Oneida Indian Nation’s record-breaking year provides windfall to Onondaga, other counties

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County to report COVID-19 deaths monthly

To more accurately report COVID-19 deaths, CCHD will now report COVID-19 deaths on a monthly basis. This will be done in the second report of each month. This change will allow time for COVID-19 deaths to be confirmed via official death certificate – which can sometimes be lengthy. As CCHD relies on other agencies to […]

Clinton County Legislature Holds Reorganizational Meeting

Clinton County News Release   January 5, 2023 – Plattsburgh, NY – The Clinton County Legislature held its 2023 reorganizational meeting on Wednesday, January 4, 2023. The Legislature reappointed Legislator Mark Henry (R-Area 3, Chazy) as its Chairperson with a unanimous vote of 10-0. The Legislature also reappointed Robert Hall (D-Area 10, Plattsburgh) as Deputy Chair, […]

Peru Convenience Station closed on Christmas Eve

A message from Clinton County Solid Waste – The Peru Convenience Station will be closed Saturday as icy conditions are forecast and we typically do not see many customers on Christmas Eve. Hoping this message gets out to keep everyone safe for the holidays.

Employees speak out about alleged discrimination

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Local leaders urge prison reuse with innovative ideas‘

Don’t mothball Moriah Shock,’ local officials urge while offering strategic new ideas Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Free rabies clinic in Peru on Thursday, Dec. 8